GeLacy's Building Bridges × Mason Run High School
Behind every behavior, there's a story.
The World Is Shaping Our Children. But Do We Know How?
Social media. Friends. Peer pressure. Stress. Life experiences.
Our children are being influenced every day, sometimes in ways we don't even recognize.
Let's uncover what's happening, how it works, and what we can do about it.
FREE Parent Empowerment Dinner & Workshop
Good Food. Real Conversations. Stronger Families.
You work hard. You want the best for your child. And some days, you just want a little peace.
I'm tired of the school calling me about my child.
I just want my child to go to school, behave, and get their education.
Everything turns into an argument. I can't even have a simple conversation anymore.
After working all day, I don't have the energy to keep arguing.
My child isn’t getting into trouble or acting out, but I can tell they’re carrying something heavy.
My child used to tell me everything. Now I barely know what's going on with them.
If any of these sound familiar, you're not alone.
And what if there's more going on beneath the behavior than meets the eye?
Our children are growing up in a world filled with influences competing for their attention, shaping their beliefs, and affecting their decisions.
Some influences are easy to see. Others aren't.
From social media and peer pressure to stress, grief, and difficult life experiences, many things can affect how young people think, feel, and behave.
Sometimes those influences show up as anger, defiance, withdrawal, difficulty in school, or changes in their relationships.
But what we see on the outside doesn't always tell us what's happening on the inside.
So how do we recognize these influences, understand what's happening, and help our children navigate them?
That's exactly what we're coming together to explore.
Not every behavior is caused by trauma, and no two children experience the world in exactly the same way.
THE TRANSFORMATION
You don't need another lecture about parenting.
You deserve useful answers, a better understanding of what's happening, and practical tools for the challenges you're already facing.
You send your child to school to learn, not to get another phone call about what went wrong. Discover what may be contributing to repeated behavior problems and practical ways to help your child make better decisions, stay focused, and succeed at school.
It seems like even the smallest conversation can turn into a disagreement. Explore what's sometimes happening beneath those frustrating conversations and learn ways to communicate, reduce conflict, and keep the door open.
Our children are surrounded by messages and pressures that can shape what they believe, how they act, and the decisions they make. Learn how these influences work and discover ways to strengthen your connection and guidance as a parent.
One minute everything seems fine. The next, they're angry, withdrawn, struggling in school, or acting differently. Discover how stress, trauma, and difficult experiences can affect behavior, what signs to look for, and when a change may deserve more attention.
You've spent the day working, handling responsibilities, and taking care of everyone else. Sometimes you just want to come home to peace. Explore realistic ways to navigate tense moments, maintain healthy boundaries, and reduce unnecessary conflict without every disagreement becoming a battle.
Sometimes our children face challenges they don't know how to explain or don't feel comfortable talking about. Learn ways to recognize possible signs of emotional distress, start meaningful conversations, and know when and where to find additional support.
You can't control everything your child experiences. But you can become better equipped to help them navigate it.
THE WORKSHOP
We're bringing parents together to explore what's shaping our children, why certain behaviors may occur, and practical ways to support them.
Explore how social media, peer pressure, outside influences, stress, and life experiences can shape the way young people think, feel, and make decisions.
Understand what trauma is, what it isn't, and how difficult experiences can affect emotions, relationships, behavior, and everyday life. We'll also challenge common myths and misconceptions.
Learn how stress, emotions, and past experiences can influence reactions and communication, and why some situations can escalate so quickly.
Discover practical approaches to communication, emotional regulation, and healthy boundaries that help families navigate challenging moments while maintaining respect and connection.
Explore ways to strengthen trust, improve communication, recognize when additional support is needed, and connect with resources available through Building Bridges and the community.
Real conversations. Practical knowledge. Tools you can take home and put to use.
No one can promise that parenting will suddenly become easy.
But understanding what's behind the behavior can be a powerful first step toward building a stronger relationship with your child.
THE EXPERIENCE
Join us for an evening created with parents and caregivers in mind.
Enjoy a FREE dinner, connect with other Mason Run families, and take part in meaningful conversations about the challenges our children face.
No judgment. No lectures about what you're doing wrong. No pressure to share personal experiences.
Just good food, real conversations, helpful information, and a community working together to build stronger families.
Come as you are. Pull up a chair. Dinner's on us.
YOUR COMMUNITY SUPPORT TEAM
GeLacy's Building Bridges Mental & Behavioral Health Services partners with Mason Run High School to support students and families.
We believe that understanding what's happening beneath a young person's behavior can help us better address the challenges they face.
Our goal is to help students and families access the guidance, tools, and support they need to grow, heal, and thrive.
At this event, you'll have an opportunity to connect with Building Bridges, learn more about our work, and explore available resources for your family.
Available services and eligibility vary. Attending the workshop does not automatically enroll anyone in services.
But We Can Become Better Equipped to Guide Them.
You don't have to understand everything your child is experiencing to take the first step.
Join us as we uncover what's happening beneath the behavior, learn how different influences affect our children, and discover practical ways to help them navigate life's challenges.
Beyond the Behavior
A FREE Parent Empowerment Dinner & Workshop
Thursday, December 10, 2026
4:30–6:00 PM Eastern Time
Mason Run High School
FREE Dinner Provided
Join other Mason Run parents and caregivers for an evening of learning, connection, and conversation.
Dinner is on us. Registration helps us prepare enough food and seating for everyone.
We collect registration information for event planning and communications. Please do not include sensitive health or personal trauma information in your registration.
Exact entrance and room details will be shared before the event.